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Dr. William Petit, who survived a home invasion that claimed the lives of his wife and two daughters, is the Connecticut Republican Party's nominee for a state legislative seat.
After a search of the car, troopers seized approximately 12.65 kilograms, which is roughly 28 pounds of heroin, officials said.
Lou and Denise Carbon, of Long Island, must split their weekend to attend graduation ceremonies for four of their kids.
A fugitive from a Georgia prison camp has been found after nearly five decades on the run in a small town in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
The U.S. Department of Labor said both sides agreed to return to the bargaining table on Tuesday to continue their discussions.
U.S. Coast Guard crews launched a search for a possible missing person Sunday, after an unmanned kayak was found near the rocks at Lighthouse Point in New Haven, Connecticut.
Connecticut state officials are incentivizing commuters to take greener rides to work.
The directive is in formal guidance that was sent to school districts Friday by the departments of Education and Justice.
A revised $19.7 billion Connecticut state budget that attempts to fix a projected $960 million deficit has passed the state House of Representatives, and now heads to Democratic Gov. Dannel P. Malloy's desk.
The Democratic controlled House was scheduled to meet in special session Friday to vote on the plan, which is expected to result in hundreds of unfilled state employee positions.
Officials announced Thursday that two residents had returned from trips to the Caribbean with the virus.
Island Harvest Food Bank is asking residents of Nassau and Suffolk counties to leave canned food or nonperishable items by their mailboxes on Saturday, May 14.
The newly released, federal crime statistics underscore five consecutive years of reduced crime.
Sen. Richard Blumenthal and Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey say suspending the fees won't eliminate lines, but it's a start.
A power outage halted Amtrak Northeast Corridor service between New York City and New Haven, Connecticut Friday evening.
At least 100 demonstrators took to New York City's Federal Plaza in the rain Saturday afternoon to condemn the shooting.
New York City is committing $4 million to expand public bathroom access across the five boroughs, Mayor Mamdani announced Saturday.
NYPD is looking for two people in connection with 17-year-old Josue Argudo stabbing death in Woodhaven.
Surveillance video captured the moment a New York school security guard saved a choking first grader.
New York state is taking legal action against the Trump administration for halting construction of five offshore wind farms.
Get ready for a wet and soggy weekend in the New York City area. Here's how the weather is expected to play out.
Investigators said the victim was struck by a bullet inside his Danbury, Connecticut, home, and it came from the unit next door.
Enjoy the spring preview while it lasts because umbrellas will be your best friend this weekend!
It will feel more like March than January.
While Tuesday may have some bumps, the trend is toward milder, more pleasant weather.
Get ready for a wet and soggy weekend in the New York City area. Here's how the weather is expected to play out.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Police say a rock was thrown at a school bus on the New Jersey Turnpike, shattering a window and seriously injuring a young child.
New Jersey has joined a growing list of states limiting students' cellphone use during the school day.
Enjoy the spring preview while it lasts because umbrellas will be your best friend this weekend!
New York state is taking legal action against the Trump administration for halting construction of five offshore wind farms.
Get ready for a wet and soggy weekend in the New York City area. Here's how the weather is expected to play out.
Enjoy the spring preview while it lasts because umbrellas will be your best friend this weekend!
John Pillaccio, accused in the fatal stabbing of a CVS employee on Long Island on Christmas Day, appeared before a judge on Wednesday.
It will feel more like March than January.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked HHS from halting $10 billion in social services funding to five states, a move the agency argued was necessary to crack down on fraud — but the states called unconstitutional.
Legislation would protect and expand hunger programs and improve benefit security as New York pantries see rising demand.
Electric vehicles could soon be in the crosshairs of Congress, with a new bill that would force more rigorous safety standards.
The White House shared video showing a different angle of Renee Nicole Good's shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis and the moments that led up to it, as the investigation continues.
Actor and podcast host Michael Rapaport said he will be running for New York City mayor in 2029.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
Bob Weir, a founding member of the legendary rock band the Grateful Dead, has died at the age of 78.
Video of an angry confrontation during intermission at a performance of "Mamma Mia!" on Broadway is going viral on social media.
Weinstein's defense attorney told the judge he'd like to pursue plea negotiations after last year's mistrial on a rape charge.
The annual festival will return to Queens this summer, running from June 5-7 at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.
Theater fans get the opportunity to buy 2-for-1 tickets to 26 Broadway shows.
Pavel Zacha recorded his first career hat trick - one of his goals coming while most of New York's players were in the locker room at the end of the first period - and the Boston Bruins coasted past the Rangers 10-2 on Saturday.
Devin Booker scored 31 points and Dillon Brooks added 27 as the Phoenix Suns beat the New York Knicks 112-107 on Friday night.
James Harden scored 31 points, Kawhi Leonard had 26 and the Clippers beat the Nets 121-105 on Friday night.
Filip Forsberg scored the only goal in a shootout to lift the Predators over the Islanders 2-1 on Thursday night.
The Buffalo Sabres beat the New York Rangers 5-2 on Thursday night to give them 12 victories in their past 13 games.
Legislation would protect and expand hunger programs and improve benefit security as New York pantries see rising demand.
The people and businesses of Ridgewood, Queens, have banded together to help those impacted by the recent apartment building fire.
Student athletes at a high school in Queens have won both state and national video game championships.
Thousands of teachers across New York are participating in a statewide campaign demanding pension reform.
For the 48th year, El Museo del Barrio hosted a parade in East Harlem for Three Kings' Day.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for January 10 at 6 p.m.
New York lawmakers are urging the Trump administration to unfreeze $10 billion in child care assistance grants.
New York City is committing $4 million to expand public bathroom access across the five boroughs, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Saturday.
Negotiations continued at several major New York City hospitals Saturday with nurses prepared to walk off the job on Monday if they don't reach a deal.
Police have made an arrest in connection to a deadly stabbing in the Bronx on Friday night.
